{"id":88126,"date":"2026-02-16T18:07:05","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T12:37:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/?p=88126"},"modified":"2026-02-16T18:07:05","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T12:37:05","slug":"upsc-daily-quiz-16-february-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/upsc-daily-quiz-16-february-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Daily Quiz 16 February 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"        <div class=\"wpProQuiz_content\" id=\"wpProQuiz_93\">\n            <h2>UPSC Daily Quiz 16 February 2026<\/h2>        <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_time_limit\">\n            <div class=\"time\">Time limit: <span>0<\/span><\/div>\n            <div class=\"wpProQuiz_progress\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_checkPage\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <h4 class=\"wpProQuiz_header\">Quiz-summary<\/h4>\n\n            <p>\n                <span>0<\/span> of 10 questions completed            <\/p>\n\n            <p>Questions:<\/p>\n\n            <div style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_box\">\n                <ol>\n                                            <li>1<\/li>\n                                            <li>2<\/li>\n                                            <li>3<\/li>\n                                            <li>4<\/li>\n                                            <li>5<\/li>\n                                            <li>6<\/li>\n                                            <li>7<\/li>\n                                            <li>8<\/li>\n                                            <li>9<\/li>\n                                            <li>10<\/li>\n                                    <\/ol>\n                <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            \n            <input type=\"button\" name=\"endQuizSummary\" value=\"Finish quiz\"\n                   class=\"wpProQuiz_button\">\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_infopage\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <h4>Information<\/h4>\n\n            \n            <input type=\"button\" name=\"endInfopage\" value=\"Finish quiz\"\n                   class=\"wpProQuiz_button\">\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_text\">\n            <p>\n                <p>Vajiram &amp; Ravi\u2019s Daily UPSC Quiz is designed to help aspirants strengthen their preparation by focusing on current affairs and concepts from the UPSC Syllabus 2026 for both Prelims &amp; Mains. It allows candidates to revise important topics while regularly assessing their understanding and progress. Practicing these quizzes daily can improve accuracy, speed, and problem-solving skills. This consistent practice also enhances confidence in tackling exam-level questions. Overall, it is a valuable tool for both UPSC Prelims preparation and Mains revision.<\/p>\n            <\/p>\n\n            \n            <div>\n                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_button\" type=\"button\" value=\"Start quiz\"\n                       name=\"startQuiz\">\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_lock\">\n            <p>\n                You have already completed the quiz before. 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Question                        <\/h5>\n\n                                                    <span style=\"font-weight: bold; float: right;\">1 points<\/span>\n                            <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                                                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question\" style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\">\n                            <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question_text\">\n                                <p>Which among the following best describes \u2018Leiogalathea samudragiri\u2019, recently seen in the news?<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                        <ul class=\"wpProQuiz_questionList\" data-question_id=\"916\"\n                                data-type=\"single\">\n                                \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"0\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_916\"\n                                                       value=\"1\"> a. A newly discovered deep-sea fish species.                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"1\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_916\"\n                                                       value=\"2\"> b. A rare coral species.                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"2\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_916\"\n                                                       value=\"3\"> c. A newly discovered octopus species.                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"3\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_916\"\n                                                       value=\"4\"> d. None of the above.                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                <\/ul>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"wpProQuiz_response\" style=\"display: none;\">\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_correct\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p><strong>Answer: d<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Researchers recently discovered a new species of squat lobster named Leiogalathea samudragiri off Lakshadweep\u2019s coast.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Leiogalathea samudragiri:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It is a new species of<strong> squat lobster.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It was found living 360 metres <strong>below the surface near Minicoy,<\/strong> part of the <strong>Lakshadweep archipelago.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>The discovery was made<strong> during a research cruise<\/strong> as part of <strong>India\u2019s<\/strong> ambitious <strong>Deep Ocean Mission (Samudrayaan <\/strong>program).<\/li>\n<li>samudragiri possesses smooth, uninterrupted ridges running across the top of its shell, whereas its closest relatives have ridges that are broken or interrupted.<\/li>\n<li>It also features exactly six transverse ridges on the back half of its body.<\/li>\n<li>It lacks a specific spine on its feelers (antennules) that is commonly found in similar species.<\/li>\n<li>It is<strong> bright orange <\/strong>in colour.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>What are Squat Lobsters?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>They are <strong>marine crustaceans<\/strong> that <strong>resemble small lobsters<\/strong> but are <strong>not true lobsters. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>They are more <strong>closely related to hermit crabs and porcelain crabs.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>There are well over 900 species of squat lobsters, and they can be found in nearly <strong>every marine environmen<\/strong>t across <strong>most latitudes around the world.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>They have <strong>small, flat bodies<\/strong>, ranging from 0.7 to 3.5 inches (1.778 to 88.9 mm) in length.<\/li>\n<li>These <strong>decapods (ten-footed) <\/strong>have a <strong>front pair of legs <\/strong>that are much <strong>longer than their bodies that end in a pair of large claws. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>The lobsters <strong>earned their name by tucking their tails under their thorax<\/strong>, giving their <strong>bodies a shorter, more \u201csquat\u201d appearance. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>As with many other crustaceans, squat lobsters can <strong>use their tail as a paddle to escape backwards <\/strong>very quickly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Hence option d is the correct answer.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>News<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/researchmatters.in\/news\/new-bright-orange-squat-lobster-species-identified-lakshadweeps-coast\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/researchmatters.in\/news\/new-bright-orange-squat-lobster-species-identified-lakshadweeps-coast<\/a><\/p>                                <\/div>\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_incorrect\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIncorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p><strong>Answer: d<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Researchers recently discovered a new species of squat lobster named Leiogalathea samudragiri off Lakshadweep\u2019s coast.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Leiogalathea samudragiri:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It is a new species of<strong> squat lobster.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It was found living 360 metres <strong>below the surface near Minicoy,<\/strong> part of the <strong>Lakshadweep archipelago.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>The discovery was made<strong> during a research cruise<\/strong> as part of <strong>India\u2019s<\/strong> ambitious <strong>Deep Ocean Mission (Samudrayaan <\/strong>program).<\/li>\n<li>samudragiri possesses smooth, uninterrupted ridges running across the top of its shell, whereas its closest relatives have ridges that are broken or interrupted.<\/li>\n<li>It also features exactly six transverse ridges on the back half of its body.<\/li>\n<li>It lacks a specific spine on its feelers (antennules) that is commonly found in similar species.<\/li>\n<li>It is<strong> bright orange <\/strong>in colour.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>What are Squat Lobsters?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>They are <strong>marine crustaceans<\/strong> that <strong>resemble small lobsters<\/strong> but are <strong>not true lobsters. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>They are more <strong>closely related to hermit crabs and porcelain crabs.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>There are well over 900 species of squat lobsters, and they can be found in nearly <strong>every marine environmen<\/strong>t across <strong>most latitudes around the world.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>They have <strong>small, flat bodies<\/strong>, ranging from 0.7 to 3.5 inches (1.778 to 88.9 mm) in length.<\/li>\n<li>These <strong>decapods (ten-footed) <\/strong>have a <strong>front pair of legs <\/strong>that are much <strong>longer than their bodies that end in a pair of large claws. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>The lobsters <strong>earned their name by tucking their tails under their thorax<\/strong>, giving their <strong>bodies a shorter, more \u201csquat\u201d appearance. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>As with many other crustaceans, squat lobsters can <strong>use their tail as a paddle to escape backwards <\/strong>very quickly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Hence option d is the correct answer.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>News<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/researchmatters.in\/news\/new-bright-orange-squat-lobster-species-identified-lakshadweeps-coast\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/researchmatters.in\/news\/new-bright-orange-squat-lobster-species-identified-lakshadweeps-coast<\/a><\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        \n                        \n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"back\" value=\"Back\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: left !important; margin-right: 10px !important; display: none;\">\n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"check\" value=\"Check\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: right 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Question                        <\/h5>\n\n                                                    <span style=\"font-weight: bold; float: right;\">1 points<\/span>\n                            <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                                                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question\" style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\">\n                            <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question_text\">\n                                <p>Futala Lake, recently seen in the news, is located in which Indian city?<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                        <ul class=\"wpProQuiz_questionList\" data-question_id=\"917\"\n                                data-type=\"single\">\n                                \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"0\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_917\"\n                                                       value=\"1\"> a. Bhopal                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"1\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_917\"\n                                                       value=\"2\"> b. Raipur                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"2\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_917\"\n                                                       value=\"3\"> c. Nagpur                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"3\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_917\"\n                                                       value=\"4\"> d. Surat                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                <\/ul>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"wpProQuiz_response\" style=\"display: none;\">\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_correct\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p><strong>Answer: c<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Futala Lake, an iconic water body in the city, continues to grapple with untreated sewage inflow and mounting filth along its banks.<\/h2>\n<p><strong>About Futala Lake:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Futala Lake, also known as <strong>Telankhedi Lake<\/strong>, is a<strong> man-made lake<\/strong> located in the western part of <strong>Nagpur, Maharashtra.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It is believed to be more than <strong>200 years old.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It was <strong>created <\/strong>during the <strong>Bhonsle dynasty rule<\/strong> in the<strong> 18th century<\/strong> for the purpose of providing water to the nearby villages and farmlands.<\/li>\n<li>The lake covers an area of about 60 acres, making it one of the largest lakes in Nagpur.<\/li>\n<li>The lake is<strong> surrounded on three sides by forest<\/strong> and a <strong>landscaped beach on the fourth side.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It features a picturesque promenade, boating facilities, and an amusement park.<\/li>\n<li>This lake is known for its<strong> colorful fountains.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Hence option c is the correct answer.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>News<\/strong>:<a href=\"https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/city\/nagpur\/unchecked-sewage-flow-filth-threaten-ecology-of-futala-lake\/amp_articleshow\/128394986.cms\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/city\/nagpur\/unchecked-sewage-flow-filth-threaten-ecology-of-futala-lake\/amp_articleshow\/128394986.cms<\/a><\/p>                                <\/div>\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_incorrect\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIncorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p><strong>Answer: c<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Futala Lake, an iconic water body in the city, continues to grapple with untreated sewage inflow and mounting filth along its banks.<\/h2>\n<p><strong>About Futala Lake:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Futala Lake, also known as <strong>Telankhedi Lake<\/strong>, is a<strong> man-made lake<\/strong> located in the western part of <strong>Nagpur, Maharashtra.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It is believed to be more than <strong>200 years old.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It was <strong>created <\/strong>during the <strong>Bhonsle dynasty rule<\/strong> in the<strong> 18th century<\/strong> for the purpose of providing water to the nearby villages and farmlands.<\/li>\n<li>The lake covers an area of about 60 acres, making it one of the largest lakes in Nagpur.<\/li>\n<li>The lake is<strong> surrounded on three sides by forest<\/strong> and a <strong>landscaped beach on the fourth side.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It features a picturesque promenade, boating facilities, and an amusement park.<\/li>\n<li>This lake is known for its<strong> colorful fountains.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Hence option c is the correct answer.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>News<\/strong>:<a href=\"https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/city\/nagpur\/unchecked-sewage-flow-filth-threaten-ecology-of-futala-lake\/amp_articleshow\/128394986.cms\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/city\/nagpur\/unchecked-sewage-flow-filth-threaten-ecology-of-futala-lake\/amp_articleshow\/128394986.cms<\/a><\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        \n                        \n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"back\" value=\"Back\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: left !important; 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Question                        <\/h5>\n\n                                                    <span style=\"font-weight: bold; float: right;\">1 points<\/span>\n                            <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                                                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question\" style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\">\n                            <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question_text\">\n                                <p>Which one of the following is the best description of \u2018Exposome\u2019, that was in the news recently?<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                        <ul class=\"wpProQuiz_questionList\" data-question_id=\"918\"\n                                data-type=\"single\">\n                                \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"0\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_918\"\n                                                       value=\"1\"> a. The complete mapping of human genes responsible for inherited diseases.                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"1\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_918\"\n                                                       value=\"2\"> b. The total lifetime exposure of an individual to environmental and biological factors.                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"2\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_918\"\n                                                       value=\"3\"> c. A new vaccine platform developed to combat emerging viral infections.                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"3\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_918\"\n                                                       value=\"4\"> d. A method of measuring biodiversity loss in ecosystems.                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                <\/ul>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"wpProQuiz_response\" style=\"display: none;\">\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_correct\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p><strong>Answer: b<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Explanation:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Scientists are launching an ambitious global effort to map the \u201chuman exposome\u201d \u2014 the lifelong mix of environmental and chemical exposures that drive most diseases.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Exposome:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It can be defined as the <strong>measure of all the exposures of an individual in a lifetime, from conception onward<\/strong>, and <strong>how those exposures relate to health. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>The <strong>International Human Exposome Network (IHEN) defines<\/strong> the exposome as the <strong>&#8220;integrated compilation<\/strong> of all <strong>physical, chemical, biological, and psychosocial factors,<\/strong> and their interactions.&#8221;<\/li>\n<li>It reveals the accumulated lifetime exposures that <strong>determine our health, wellness, and susceptibility to disease. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>This is shaped by internal exposures such as individual metabolism or the microbiome, as well as external factors such as air quality.<\/li>\n<li>It also <strong>involves social or behavioral decisions <\/strong>that influence nutrition and exercise.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Exposomics<\/strong> is the <strong>study of the exposome<\/strong> and relies on the application of <strong>internal and external exposure assessment methods.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Internal exposure<\/strong> <strong>assessment<\/strong> relies on fields of study such as<strong> genomics, metabonomics, lipidomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics.<\/strong> <strong>Commonalities of these fields<\/strong> include\n<ul>\n<li><strong>use of biomarkers <\/strong>to determine exposure, effect of exposure, disease progression, and susceptibility factors<\/li>\n<li><strong>use of technologies that result in large amounts of data<\/strong> and<\/li>\n<li><strong>use of data mining techniques<\/strong> to find statistical associations between exposures, effect of exposures, and other factors such as genetics with disease.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>External exposure assessment<\/strong> relies on <strong>measuring environmental stressors. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Common approaches include using<strong> direct reading instruments, laboratory-based analysis,<\/strong> and<strong> survey instruments.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Hence option b is the correct answer.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>News:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2026\/02\/260213223904.htm\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2026\/02\/260213223904.htm<\/a><\/p>                                <\/div>\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_incorrect\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIncorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p><strong>Answer: b<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Explanation:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Scientists are launching an ambitious global effort to map the \u201chuman exposome\u201d \u2014 the lifelong mix of environmental and chemical exposures that drive most diseases.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Exposome:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It can be defined as the <strong>measure of all the exposures of an individual in a lifetime, from conception onward<\/strong>, and <strong>how those exposures relate to health. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>The <strong>International Human Exposome Network (IHEN) defines<\/strong> the exposome as the <strong>&#8220;integrated compilation<\/strong> of all <strong>physical, chemical, biological, and psychosocial factors,<\/strong> and their interactions.&#8221;<\/li>\n<li>It reveals the accumulated lifetime exposures that <strong>determine our health, wellness, and susceptibility to disease. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>This is shaped by internal exposures such as individual metabolism or the microbiome, as well as external factors such as air quality.<\/li>\n<li>It also <strong>involves social or behavioral decisions <\/strong>that influence nutrition and exercise.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Exposomics<\/strong> is the <strong>study of the exposome<\/strong> and relies on the application of <strong>internal and external exposure assessment methods.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Internal exposure<\/strong> <strong>assessment<\/strong> relies on fields of study such as<strong> genomics, metabonomics, lipidomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics.<\/strong> <strong>Commonalities of these fields<\/strong> include\n<ul>\n<li><strong>use of biomarkers <\/strong>to determine exposure, effect of exposure, disease progression, and susceptibility factors<\/li>\n<li><strong>use of technologies that result in large amounts of data<\/strong> and<\/li>\n<li><strong>use of data mining techniques<\/strong> to find statistical associations between exposures, effect of exposures, and other factors such as genetics with disease.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>External exposure assessment<\/strong> relies on <strong>measuring environmental stressors. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Common approaches include using<strong> direct reading instruments, laboratory-based analysis,<\/strong> and<strong> survey instruments.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Hence option b is the correct answer.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>News:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2026\/02\/260213223904.htm\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2026\/02\/260213223904.htm<\/a><\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        \n                        \n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"back\" value=\"Back\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: left !important; margin-right: 10px !important; display: none;\">\n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"check\" value=\"Check\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: right !important; margin-right: 10px !important; display: none;\">\n                 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Question                        <\/h5>\n\n                                                    <span style=\"font-weight: bold; float: right;\">1 points<\/span>\n                            <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                                                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question\" style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\">\n                            <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question_text\">\n                                <p>Consider the following statements regarding the Spot-bellied Eagle-Owl, recently seen in the news:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>It is a large bird of prey native to South and Southeast Asia.<\/li>\n<li>It is classified as \u2018Endangered\u2019 under the IUCN Red List.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                        <ul class=\"wpProQuiz_questionList\" data-question_id=\"919\"\n                                data-type=\"single\">\n                                \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"0\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_919\"\n                                                       value=\"1\"> a. 1 only                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"1\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_919\"\n                                                       value=\"2\"> b. 2 only                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"2\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_919\"\n                                                       value=\"3\"> c. Both 1 and 2                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"3\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_919\"\n                                                       value=\"4\"> d. Neither 1 nor 2                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                <\/ul>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"wpProQuiz_response\" style=\"display: none;\">\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_correct\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p><strong>Answer: a<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A rare and mysterious night bird, the Spot-bellied Eagle-Owl, known as the &#8216;Ghost of the Forest&#8217;, was recently caught on camera in Uttarakhand&#8217;s Corbett Reserve.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Spot-bellied Eagle-Owl:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The spot-bellied eagle-owl, also known as the <strong>forest eagle-owl,<\/strong> is a <strong>large bird of prey <\/strong>with a formidable appearance.<\/li>\n<li>Scientific Name: Ketupa nipalensis<\/li>\n<li><strong>Habitat and Distribution:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>It is commonly found in <strong>India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh<\/strong>, and parts <strong>of Southeast Asia.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It can be found in a variety of habitats, including <strong>tropical and subtropical forests<\/strong>, <strong>woodlands, and savannas.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Features<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li>It is a <strong>very large owl<\/strong>. It can be from 50 to 65 cm (20 to 26 in) long. This makes it <strong>one of the longest owls<\/strong> in the world.<\/li>\n<li>It also has <strong>very long wings<\/strong>. Its wingspan can reach up to 1.7 meters.<\/li>\n<li>The most distinguishing feature is its <strong>striking colouration. <\/strong>The <strong>upper parts <\/strong>of its body are a <strong>rich chocolate brown, <\/strong>speckled with <strong>white spots.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>The <strong>feathers on its wings and tail<\/strong> are barred with <strong>alternating shades of brown and white<\/strong>, creating a stunning pattern that helps it blend in with its surroundings.<\/li>\n<li>The underside of the owl is where it gets its name; its <strong>belly and breast are a light cream colour, <\/strong>covered in<strong> bold black spots.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It is primarily <strong>nocturnal<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>It is a <strong>solitary bird<\/strong> that is <strong>territorial <\/strong>and maintains a home range.<\/li>\n<li>It is famous for its <strong>strange, human-like calls.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Conservation Status:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>IUCN Red List:<strong> Least Concern.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Hence only statement 1 is correct.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>News:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.etvbharat.com\/en\/state\/rare-spot-bellied-eagle-owl-known-as-ghost-of-forest-spotted-in-corbett-park-enn26021400629\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.etvbharat.com\/en\/state\/rare-spot-bellied-eagle-owl-known-as-ghost-of-forest-spotted-in-corbett-park-enn26021400629<\/a><\/p>                                <\/div>\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_incorrect\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIncorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p><strong>Answer: a<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A rare and mysterious night bird, the Spot-bellied Eagle-Owl, known as the &#8216;Ghost of the Forest&#8217;, was recently caught on camera in Uttarakhand&#8217;s Corbett Reserve.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Spot-bellied Eagle-Owl:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The spot-bellied eagle-owl, also known as the <strong>forest eagle-owl,<\/strong> is a <strong>large bird of prey <\/strong>with a formidable appearance.<\/li>\n<li>Scientific Name: Ketupa nipalensis<\/li>\n<li><strong>Habitat and Distribution:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>It is commonly found in <strong>India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh<\/strong>, and parts <strong>of Southeast Asia.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It can be found in a variety of habitats, including <strong>tropical and subtropical forests<\/strong>, <strong>woodlands, and savannas.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Features<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li>It is a <strong>very large owl<\/strong>. It can be from 50 to 65 cm (20 to 26 in) long. This makes it <strong>one of the longest owls<\/strong> in the world.<\/li>\n<li>It also has <strong>very long wings<\/strong>. Its wingspan can reach up to 1.7 meters.<\/li>\n<li>The most distinguishing feature is its <strong>striking colouration. <\/strong>The <strong>upper parts <\/strong>of its body are a <strong>rich chocolate brown, <\/strong>speckled with <strong>white spots.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>The <strong>feathers on its wings and tail<\/strong> are barred with <strong>alternating shades of brown and white<\/strong>, creating a stunning pattern that helps it blend in with its surroundings.<\/li>\n<li>The underside of the owl is where it gets its name; its <strong>belly and breast are a light cream colour, <\/strong>covered in<strong> bold black spots.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It is primarily <strong>nocturnal<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>It is a <strong>solitary bird<\/strong> that is <strong>territorial <\/strong>and maintains a home range.<\/li>\n<li>It is famous for its <strong>strange, human-like calls.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Conservation Status:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>IUCN Red List:<strong> Least Concern.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Hence only statement 1 is correct.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>News:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.etvbharat.com\/en\/state\/rare-spot-bellied-eagle-owl-known-as-ghost-of-forest-spotted-in-corbett-park-enn26021400629\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.etvbharat.com\/en\/state\/rare-spot-bellied-eagle-owl-known-as-ghost-of-forest-spotted-in-corbett-park-enn26021400629<\/a><\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        \n                        \n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"back\" value=\"Back\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: left !important; margin-right: 10px !important; display: none;\">\n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"check\" value=\"Check\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: right !important; margin-right: 10px !important; display: none;\">\n                        <input type=\"button\" name=\"next\" value=\"Next\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\" style=\"float: right; display: none;\">\n\n                        <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n\n                                                    <div style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                    <\/li>\n\n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_listItem\" style=\"display: none;\">\n                        <div\n                            class=\"wpProQuiz_question_page\" style=\"display:none;\" >\n                            Question <span>5<\/span> of <span>10<\/span>                        <\/div>\n                        <h5 style=\"display: inline-block;\"\n                            class=\"wpProQuiz_header\">\n                            <span>5<\/span>. Question                        <\/h5>\n\n                                                    <span style=\"font-weight: bold; float: right;\">1 points<\/span>\n                            <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                                                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question\" style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\">\n                            <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question_text\">\n                                <p>Consider the following statements regarding Osteoporosis:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>It is a disease in which there is excessive bone growth due to calcium deposition.<\/li>\n<li>People with osteoporosis are much more likely to experience broken bones.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                        <ul class=\"wpProQuiz_questionList\" data-question_id=\"920\"\n                                data-type=\"single\">\n                                \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"0\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_920\"\n                                                       value=\"1\"> a. 1 only                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"1\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_920\"\n                                                       value=\"2\"> b. 2 only                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"2\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_920\"\n                                                       value=\"3\"> c. Both 1 and 2                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"3\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_920\"\n                                                       value=\"4\"> d. Neither 1 nor 2                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                <\/ul>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"wpProQuiz_response\" style=\"display: none;\">\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_correct\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p><strong>Answer: b<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Osteoporosis is a bone-weakening disease that afflicts tens of millions of people, and much-needed new treatments could be on the way after researchers discovered a key mechanism behind how exercise strengthens bones.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Osteoporosis:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It is a disease in which your<strong> bones become weak <\/strong>and are <strong>likely to fracture<\/strong> (break).<\/li>\n<li>People with osteoporosis are much more <strong>likely to<\/strong> <strong>experience broken bones<\/strong> (bone fractures).<\/li>\n<li><strong>What Causes Osteoporosis?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Your bones are made of living tissue. To keep them strong, your <strong>body breaks down old bone and replaces it with new bone. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Osteoporosis develops<\/strong> when <strong>more bone is broken down than replaced<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>You <strong>lose bone mass,<\/strong> and <strong>changes happen in the structure of your bone tissue<\/strong>. This can happen as you get older.<\/li>\n<li>Other risk factors can also lead to the development of osteoporosis or increase your chance of developing the disease.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Symptoms:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>It is called a<strong> &#8220;silent&#8221; disease<\/strong> because it <strong>doesn&#8217;t usually cause symptoms. <\/strong>You may<strong> not even know<\/strong> you have the disease <strong>until you break a bone. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>This could happen with any bone, but it&#8217;s <strong>most common <\/strong>in the<strong> bones of your hip, vertebrae in the spine, and wrist.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Once your bones have been weakened<\/strong> by osteoporosis, you might have signs and <strong>symptoms <\/strong>that include:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Back pain<\/strong>, caused by a broken or collapsed bone in the spine.<\/li>\n<li>Loss of height over time.<\/li>\n<li>A<strong> stooped posture.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>A bone that breaks much more easily than expected.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Treatment<\/strong>: Treatment for osteoporosis may involve:\n<ul>\n<li>Making<strong> lifestyle changes<\/strong>, such as changing your diet and exercise routine<\/li>\n<li>Taking <strong>calcium and vitamin D supplements<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Using medicines to strengthen bones.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Hence only statement 2 is correct.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>News:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencealert.com\/breakthrough-study-reveals-the-secret-of-how-exercise-fights-osteoporosis\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.sciencealert.com\/breakthrough-study-reveals-the-secret-of-how-exercise-fights-osteoporosis<\/a><\/p>                                <\/div>\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_incorrect\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIncorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p><strong>Answer: b<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Osteoporosis is a bone-weakening disease that afflicts tens of millions of people, and much-needed new treatments could be on the way after researchers discovered a key mechanism behind how exercise strengthens bones.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Osteoporosis:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It is a disease in which your<strong> bones become weak <\/strong>and are <strong>likely to fracture<\/strong> (break).<\/li>\n<li>People with osteoporosis are much more <strong>likely to<\/strong> <strong>experience broken bones<\/strong> (bone fractures).<\/li>\n<li><strong>What Causes Osteoporosis?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Your bones are made of living tissue. To keep them strong, your <strong>body breaks down old bone and replaces it with new bone. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Osteoporosis develops<\/strong> when <strong>more bone is broken down than replaced<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>You <strong>lose bone mass,<\/strong> and <strong>changes happen in the structure of your bone tissue<\/strong>. This can happen as you get older.<\/li>\n<li>Other risk factors can also lead to the development of osteoporosis or increase your chance of developing the disease.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Symptoms:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>It is called a<strong> &#8220;silent&#8221; disease<\/strong> because it <strong>doesn&#8217;t usually cause symptoms. <\/strong>You may<strong> not even know<\/strong> you have the disease <strong>until you break a bone. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>This could happen with any bone, but it&#8217;s <strong>most common <\/strong>in the<strong> bones of your hip, vertebrae in the spine, and wrist.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Once your bones have been weakened<\/strong> by osteoporosis, you might have signs and <strong>symptoms <\/strong>that include:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Back pain<\/strong>, caused by a broken or collapsed bone in the spine.<\/li>\n<li>Loss of height over time.<\/li>\n<li>A<strong> stooped posture.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>A bone that breaks much more easily than expected.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Treatment<\/strong>: Treatment for osteoporosis may involve:\n<ul>\n<li>Making<strong> lifestyle changes<\/strong>, such as changing your diet and exercise routine<\/li>\n<li>Taking <strong>calcium and vitamin D supplements<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Using medicines to strengthen bones.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Hence only statement 2 is correct.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>News:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencealert.com\/breakthrough-study-reveals-the-secret-of-how-exercise-fights-osteoporosis\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.sciencealert.com\/breakthrough-study-reveals-the-secret-of-how-exercise-fights-osteoporosis<\/a><\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        \n                        \n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"back\" value=\"Back\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: left !important; margin-right: 10px !important; display: none;\">\n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"check\" value=\"Check\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: right !important; margin-right: 10px !important; display: none;\">\n                        <input type=\"button\" name=\"next\" value=\"Next\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\" style=\"float: right; display: none;\">\n\n                        <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n\n                                                    <div style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                    <\/li>\n\n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_listItem\" style=\"display: none;\">\n                        <div\n                            class=\"wpProQuiz_question_page\" style=\"display:none;\" >\n                            Question <span>6<\/span> of <span>10<\/span>                        <\/div>\n                        <h5 style=\"display: inline-block;\"\n                            class=\"wpProQuiz_header\">\n                            <span>6<\/span>. Question                        <\/h5>\n\n                                                    <span style=\"font-weight: bold; float: right;\">1 points<\/span>\n                            <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                                                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question\" style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\">\n                            <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question_text\">\n                                <p>Piton de la Fournaise volcano, recently in news, is located in:<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                        <ul class=\"wpProQuiz_questionList\" data-question_id=\"921\"\n                                data-type=\"single\">\n                                \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"0\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_921\"\n                                                       value=\"1\"> a. Agalega Island                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"1\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_921\"\n                                                       value=\"2\"> b. Arctic region                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"2\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_921\"\n                                                       value=\"3\"> c. Yucatan Peninsula                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"3\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_921\"\n                                                       value=\"4\"> d. La R\u00e9union Island                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                <\/ul>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"wpProQuiz_response\" style=\"display: none;\">\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_correct\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p>Answer: d<\/p>\n<p>Explanation:<\/p>\n<p>The Piton de la Fournaise volcano on Reunion Island erupted for the second time this year.<\/p>\n<p>Location: It occupies the east-southeastern end of French Island La R\u00e9union in the western Indian Ocean.<\/p>\n<p>Type: It is a massive basaltic shield volcano.<\/p>\n<p>It is built on the flank of the larger and older Piton des Neiges volcano whose early activity was basaltic but ended with eruption of differentiated alkaline lavas.<\/p>\n<p>It is one of the most active volcanoes in the world.<\/p>\n<p>It is in a phase of frequent but short-lived eruptions that start with lava fountains and produce large lava flows.<\/p>\n<p>Status: It is around 500,000 years old and since 2010, it has been a member of the prestigious club of natural treasures listed as World Heritage sites by UNESCO.<\/p>\n<p>Hence option (d) is the correct answer.<\/p>\n<p>News: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/watchers.news\/2026\/02\/14\/second-eruption-follows-january-unrest-at-piton-de-la-fournaise-la-reunion\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/watchers.news\/2026\/02\/14\/second-eruption-follows-january-unrest-at-piton-de-la-fournaise-la-reunion\/<\/a><\/strong><\/p>                                <\/div>\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_incorrect\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIncorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p>Answer: d<\/p>\n<p>Explanation:<\/p>\n<p>The Piton de la Fournaise volcano on Reunion Island erupted for the second time this year.<\/p>\n<p>Location: It occupies the east-southeastern end of French Island La R\u00e9union in the western Indian Ocean.<\/p>\n<p>Type: It is a massive basaltic shield volcano.<\/p>\n<p>It is built on the flank of the larger and older Piton des Neiges volcano whose early activity was basaltic but ended with eruption of differentiated alkaline lavas.<\/p>\n<p>It is one of the most active volcanoes in the world.<\/p>\n<p>It is in a phase of frequent but short-lived eruptions that start with lava fountains and produce large lava flows.<\/p>\n<p>Status: It is around 500,000 years old and since 2010, it has been a member of the prestigious club of natural treasures listed as World Heritage sites by UNESCO.<\/p>\n<p>Hence option (d) is the correct answer.<\/p>\n<p>News: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/watchers.news\/2026\/02\/14\/second-eruption-follows-january-unrest-at-piton-de-la-fournaise-la-reunion\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/watchers.news\/2026\/02\/14\/second-eruption-follows-january-unrest-at-piton-de-la-fournaise-la-reunion\/<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        \n                        \n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"back\" value=\"Back\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: left !important; 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Question                        <\/h5>\n\n                                                    <span style=\"font-weight: bold; float: right;\">1 points<\/span>\n                            <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                                                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question\" style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\">\n                            <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question_text\">\n                                <p>Consider the following statements regarding Bio-based Chemicals:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>These are produced by using biological feedstocks like sugarcane, corn and starch.<\/li>\n<li>These are often produced through fermentation or enzymatic processes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                        <ul class=\"wpProQuiz_questionList\" data-question_id=\"922\"\n                                data-type=\"single\">\n                                \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"0\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_922\"\n                                                       value=\"1\"> a. 1 only                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"1\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_922\"\n                                                       value=\"2\"> b. 2 only                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"2\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_922\"\n                                                       value=\"3\"> c. Both 1 and 2                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"3\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_922\"\n                                                       value=\"4\"> d. Neither 1 nor 2                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                <\/ul>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"wpProQuiz_response\" style=\"display: none;\">\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_correct\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p>Answer: c<\/p>\n<p>Explanation:<\/p>\n<p>India has prioritised bio-based chemicals and enzymes as a priority area under the Department of Biotechnology\u2019s BioE3 policy.<\/p>\n<p>Bio-based chemicals are industrial chemicals produced using biological feedstocks like sugarcane, corn, starch, or biomass residues.<\/p>\n<p>These are often produced through fermentation or enzymatic processes.<\/p>\n<p>Examples: Organic acids (such as lactic acid), bio-alcohols, solvents, surfactants, and intermediates used in plastics, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike conventional chemicals, for which the largely available supplies are obtained through sources of fossil fuel, bio-based alternatives reflect a sustainable solution.<\/p>\n<p>Ecological Benefits of the Bio-Based Chemicals:<\/p>\n<p>The bio-based industry reduces reliance on fossil fuels by applying renewable feedstocks.<\/p>\n<p>Low production of harmful byproducts: Biobased methods generate much lower amounts of hazardous waste than the conventional petroleum-based methodologies.<\/p>\n<p>Reduced Carbon Footprint: The production of biochemicals generally requires less energy than their corresponding petroleum-based equivalents.<\/p>\n<p>Waste Minimization and Circular Economy: With bio-based chemicals mostly coming from organic waste resources, development of the circular economy will be based on recycling, efficiency in the use of resources.<\/p>\n<p>Hence both statements are correct.<\/p>\n<p>News: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/science\/what-are-bio-based-chemicals-and-enzymes-explained\/article70636267.ece\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/science\/what-are-bio-based-chemicals-and-enzymes-explained\/article70636267.ece<\/a><\/strong><\/p>                                <\/div>\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_incorrect\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIncorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p>Answer: c<\/p>\n<p>Explanation:<\/p>\n<p>India has prioritised bio-based chemicals and enzymes as a priority area under the Department of Biotechnology\u2019s BioE3 policy.<\/p>\n<p>Bio-based chemicals are industrial chemicals produced using biological feedstocks like sugarcane, corn, starch, or biomass residues.<\/p>\n<p>These are often produced through fermentation or enzymatic processes.<\/p>\n<p>Examples: Organic acids (such as lactic acid), bio-alcohols, solvents, surfactants, and intermediates used in plastics, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike conventional chemicals, for which the largely available supplies are obtained through sources of fossil fuel, bio-based alternatives reflect a sustainable solution.<\/p>\n<p>Ecological Benefits of the Bio-Based Chemicals:<\/p>\n<p>The bio-based industry reduces reliance on fossil fuels by applying renewable feedstocks.<\/p>\n<p>Low production of harmful byproducts: Biobased methods generate much lower amounts of hazardous waste than the conventional petroleum-based methodologies.<\/p>\n<p>Reduced Carbon Footprint: The production of biochemicals generally requires less energy than their corresponding petroleum-based equivalents.<\/p>\n<p>Waste Minimization and Circular Economy: With bio-based chemicals mostly coming from organic waste resources, development of the circular economy will be based on recycling, efficiency in the use of resources.<\/p>\n<p>Hence both statements are correct.<\/p>\n<p>News: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/science\/what-are-bio-based-chemicals-and-enzymes-explained\/article70636267.ece\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/science\/what-are-bio-based-chemicals-and-enzymes-explained\/article70636267.ece<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        \n                        \n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"back\" value=\"Back\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n          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Question                        <\/h5>\n\n                                                    <span style=\"font-weight: bold; float: right;\">1 points<\/span>\n                            <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                                                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question\" style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\">\n                            <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question_text\">\n                                <p>Consider the following statements regarding White-bellied Sea Eagle:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>It lives primarily in terrestrial habitats near the ocean, especially coasts and islands.<\/li>\n<li>It is only found in the Andaman Island region of India.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                        <ul class=\"wpProQuiz_questionList\" data-question_id=\"923\"\n                                data-type=\"single\">\n                                \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"0\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_923\"\n                                                       value=\"1\"> a. 1 only                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"1\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_923\"\n                                                       value=\"2\"> b. 2 only                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"2\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_923\"\n                                                       value=\"3\"> c. Both 1 and 2                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"3\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_923\"\n                                                       value=\"4\"> d. Neither 1 nor 2                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                <\/ul>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"wpProQuiz_response\" style=\"display: none;\">\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_correct\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p>Answer: a<\/p>\n<p>Explanation:<\/p>\n<p>Recently, the annual nest monitoring survey of the White-bellied Sea Eagle recorded 17 active nesting sites in Kannur and Kasaragod districts during this season.<\/p>\n<p>It is also known as the white-breasted sea eagle, is a large diurnal bird of prey in the family Accipitridae.<\/p>\n<p>Habitat: It lives primarily in terrestrial habitats near the ocean, especially coasts, islands, and estuaries, but also live in forested areas with access to smaller bodies of water<\/p>\n<p>Distribution: It is found in India, Sri Lanka, Andaman Island, southern China, the Philippines, Wallacea, New Guinea, Australia, and Tasmania, among other countries.<\/p>\n<p>It exhibit sexual dimorphism, with females being slightly larger than males.<\/p>\n<p>Communication: The primary form of communication in white-bellied sea eagles is vocalizations<\/p>\n<p>Diet: They are carnivorous and primarily prey on aquatic animals, especially fish, eels, and crustaceans.<\/p>\n<p>It is an apex predator in coastal ecosystems, is considered an indicator of marine and coastal environmental health.<\/p>\n<p>Conservation Status<\/p>\n<p>IUCN: Least Concern<\/p>\n<p>Hence only statement 1 is correct.<\/p>\n<p>News: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/energy-and-environment\/survey-records-17-active-white-bellied-sea-eagle-nests-in-kannur-kasaragod\/article70634547.ece\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/energy-and-environment\/survey-records-17-active-white-bellied-sea-eagle-nests-in-kannur-kasaragod\/article70634547.ece<\/a><\/strong><\/p>                                <\/div>\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_incorrect\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIncorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p>Answer: a<\/p>\n<p>Explanation:<\/p>\n<p>Recently, the annual nest monitoring survey of the White-bellied Sea Eagle recorded 17 active nesting sites in Kannur and Kasaragod districts during this season.<\/p>\n<p>It is also known as the white-breasted sea eagle, is a large diurnal bird of prey in the family Accipitridae.<\/p>\n<p>Habitat: It lives primarily in terrestrial habitats near the ocean, especially coasts, islands, and estuaries, but also live in forested areas with access to smaller bodies of water<\/p>\n<p>Distribution: It is found in India, Sri Lanka, Andaman Island, southern China, the Philippines, Wallacea, New Guinea, Australia, and Tasmania, among other countries.<\/p>\n<p>It exhibit sexual dimorphism, with females being slightly larger than males.<\/p>\n<p>Communication: The primary form of communication in white-bellied sea eagles is vocalizations<\/p>\n<p>Diet: They are carnivorous and primarily prey on aquatic animals, especially fish, eels, and crustaceans.<\/p>\n<p>It is an apex predator in coastal ecosystems, is considered an indicator of marine and coastal environmental health.<\/p>\n<p>Conservation Status<\/p>\n<p>IUCN: Least Concern<\/p>\n<p>Hence only statement 1 is correct.<\/p>\n<p>News: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/energy-and-environment\/survey-records-17-active-white-bellied-sea-eagle-nests-in-kannur-kasaragod\/article70634547.ece\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/energy-and-environment\/survey-records-17-active-white-bellied-sea-eagle-nests-in-kannur-kasaragod\/article70634547.ece<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        \n                        \n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"back\" value=\"Back\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: left !important; 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Question                        <\/h5>\n\n                                                    <span style=\"font-weight: bold; float: right;\">1 points<\/span>\n                            <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                                                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question\" style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\">\n                            <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question_text\">\n                                <p>With reference to African Union, consider the following:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>It consists of the 55 member states that make up the countries of the African Continent.<\/li>\n<li>It promotes unity, cooperation, and development among African nations.<\/li>\n<li>Its headquarter is located in Kenya.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>How many of the above statements are correct?<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                        <ul class=\"wpProQuiz_questionList\" data-question_id=\"924\"\n                                data-type=\"single\">\n                                \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"0\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_924\"\n                                                       value=\"1\"> a. 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None                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                <\/ul>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"wpProQuiz_response\" style=\"display: none;\">\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_correct\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p>Answer: b<\/p>\n<p>Explanation:<\/p>\n<p>Recently, the African Union hosted its annual summit in Ethiopia.<\/p>\n<p>It is a continental body consisting of the 55 member states that make up the countries of the African Continent.<\/p>\n<p>It was officially launched in 2002 and replaced its predecessor, the Organization of African Unity (OAU), which was founded in 1963.<\/p>\n<p>Primary Objective: To promote unity, cooperation, and development among African nations while advancing the continent\u2019s interests on the global stage.<\/p>\n<p>Headquarters: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia<\/p>\n<p>Governance of African Union:<\/p>\n<p>Assembly: It is the highest decision-making body, consisting of the heads of state and government of member countries.<\/p>\n<p>Executive Council: Made up of foreign affairs ministers, handles policy matters and makes recommendations to the Assembly.<\/p>\n<p>AU Commission: Headquartered in Addis Ababa, is the administrative arm responsible for implementing the decisions of the Assembly and the Executive Council.<\/p>\n<p>The Peace and Security Council: Responsible for maintaining peace and security on the continent.<\/p>\n<p>The AU structure promotes the participation of African citizens and civil society through the Pan-African Parliament and the Economic, Social &amp; Cultural Council (ECOSOCC).<\/p>\n<p>Hence only statements 1 and 2 are correct<\/p>\n<p>News: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newindianexpress.com\/world\/2026\/Feb\/14\/african-union-summit-opens-as-youth-anger-grows-over-a-bloc-of-old-leaders\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.newindianexpress.com\/world\/2026\/Feb\/14\/african-union-summit-opens-as-youth-anger-grows-over-a-bloc-of-old-leaders<\/a><\/strong><\/p>                                <\/div>\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_incorrect\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIncorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p>Answer: b<\/p>\n<p>Explanation:<\/p>\n<p>Recently, the African Union hosted its annual summit in Ethiopia.<\/p>\n<p>It is a continental body consisting of the 55 member states that make up the countries of the African Continent.<\/p>\n<p>It was officially launched in 2002 and replaced its predecessor, the Organization of African Unity (OAU), which was founded in 1963.<\/p>\n<p>Primary Objective: To promote unity, cooperation, and development among African nations while advancing the continent\u2019s interests on the global stage.<\/p>\n<p>Headquarters: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia<\/p>\n<p>Governance of African Union:<\/p>\n<p>Assembly: It is the highest decision-making body, consisting of the heads of state and government of member countries.<\/p>\n<p>Executive Council: Made up of foreign affairs ministers, handles policy matters and makes recommendations to the Assembly.<\/p>\n<p>AU Commission: Headquartered in Addis Ababa, is the administrative arm responsible for implementing the decisions of the Assembly and the Executive Council.<\/p>\n<p>The Peace and Security Council: Responsible for maintaining peace and security on the continent.<\/p>\n<p>The AU structure promotes the participation of African citizens and civil society through the Pan-African Parliament and the Economic, Social &amp; Cultural Council (ECOSOCC).<\/p>\n<p>Hence only statements 1 and 2 are correct<\/p>\n<p>News: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newindianexpress.com\/world\/2026\/Feb\/14\/african-union-summit-opens-as-youth-anger-grows-over-a-bloc-of-old-leaders\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.newindianexpress.com\/world\/2026\/Feb\/14\/african-union-summit-opens-as-youth-anger-grows-over-a-bloc-of-old-leaders<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        \n                        \n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"back\" value=\"Back\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: left !important; margin-right: 10px !important; display: none;\">\n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"check\" value=\"Check\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: right !important; 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Question                        <\/h5>\n\n                                                    <span style=\"font-weight: bold; float: right;\">1 points<\/span>\n                            <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                                                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question\" style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\">\n                            <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question_text\">\n                                <p>Consider the following statements regarding Yuva AI for All Initiative:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>It is launched by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.<\/li>\n<li>It provides free course related to Artificial Intelligence (AI) to all Indians, especially the youth.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                        <ul class=\"wpProQuiz_questionList\" data-question_id=\"925\"\n                                data-type=\"single\">\n                                \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"0\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_925\"\n                                                       value=\"1\"> a. 1 only                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"1\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_925\"\n                                                       value=\"2\"> b. 2 only                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"2\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_925\"\n                                                       value=\"3\"> c. 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